Sunshine Coast | Things To Do

Laid-back and lovely, the Sunshine Coast brings together a picture-perfect string of beaches and a lush green hinterland. Meet local producers and learn the true meaning of paddock to plate with a farm tour, immerse yourself in the great outdoors, or join the passionate local athletes and first-timers in a triathlon, marathon or cycle.

Food and fresh produce

Eat your way around one of Queensland’s great foodie destinations. Start with the Noosa Food and Wine Festival in autumn, then follow the Sunshine Coast Food Trail to taste everything from cheese to boutique beer. Dine at award-winning restaurants where super-fresh local produce is the star.

Family activities

Cuddle a koala at Australia Zoo, ride the Red Back at Aussie World, become a seal trainer for a day at Sea Life Sunshine Coast, race at the Big Kart Track and pick your own berries at Strawberry Fields.

Lonely Planet describes it as 'the cool dingo tour' and 'wholeheartedly recommends' this tour of Fraser Island. Touring with a local expert guide is the easy and safe way to see Fraser Island, no tents, no sleeping bags, no cooking, no driving, no hidden charges - no worries!

Experience one of Australia's favourite Theme Parks!
With so many thrilling rides and attractions on offer, Aussie World on the Sunshine Coast is a fun day out for the entire family. If you're looking for thrills and excitement then you will find it all right there!

Sunreef Mooloolaba, based in Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, is the longest established dive centre in the region, with roots starting back in 1976.
Sunreef is a Five Star PADI Training Centre and offers accredited dive courses for all levels of divers as well as local reef dives, snorkelling trips and diving on the ex-HMAS Brisbane and beautiful Flinders Reef.

Short on time? Don't like big groups? Sit back and relax while Unique Fraser Tours do the driving on their fully guided one day tour. Unique Fraser Tours gives you the ultimate touring experience on World Heritage Listed Fraser Island.

Family owned and passionately operated by a local kayak world champion, Kanu Kapers use top of the range locally handcrafted sea kayaks for their one day and overnight sustainable kayak adventures. One of just two Everglades in the world, the pristine Noosa Everglades wilderness is a unique place of serene natural beauty, bursting with rare bird and plant species and is best experienced under paddle.

The award winning Noosa Everglades Discovery invites you to experience one of the most pristine wilderness areas in the World!
Noosa Everglades Discovery offers a range of premium wilderness cruises as well as canoeing experiences for guests to enjoy.

Open daily with free admission the iconic Ginger Factory is one of the Sunshine Coast’s most popular tourist attractions.
The park features great shopping facilities, modern dining, educational tours, fun rides, regular school holiday entertainment, an undercover playground, free wi-fi, and is surrounded by acres of beautiful sub-tropical gardens and walks.

Sunrover Expeditions offers one, two and three day tours of Fraser Island and Moreton Island from Brisbane daily with a choice of camping, staying at Tangalooma Resort, Eurong Beach Resort or Kingfisher Bay Resort.

Crikey! It's as wild as life gets at Australia Zoo, Home of the Crocodile Hunter, with more wildlife and entertainment than you can poke a stick at! With over 1,200 animals and stacks of free shows daily, it's chock-a-block full of wildlife action and adventure.

Sea Life Sunshine Coast is an all-weather visitor attraction located in the heart of the Sunshine Coast and now has more creatures to see and things to do than ever before. At the much loved aquarium you can learn, explore and interact with thousands of marine life over 11 amazing and unique zones.